Three Kings Star Pita Board

A vibrant mezze platter inspired by the Three Kings tradition, featuring star-shaped pita, colorful dips, and Mediterranean delights—perfect for sharing at festive gatherings.

This platter always brightens our celebrations and brings everyone together to enjoy a variety of tastes and textures.

Ingredients

• Pita Bread: 6 round pita breads
• Dips: 1 cup classic hummus 1 cup roasted red pepper hummus 1 cup baba ganoush
• Vegetables & Garnishes: 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved 1 cup cucumber sliced 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts quartered 1/2 cup roasted red peppers sliced 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp zaatar (optional)
• Cheese: 100 g feta cheese cubed
• Extras: 1 lemon cut into wedges

Instructions

Preheat oven:

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Cut pita stars:

Using a star-shaped cookie cutter cut star shapes from the pita breads (reserve scraps for toasting or snacking).

Bake pita:

Arrange the pita stars on a baking tray brush lightly with olive oil and bake for 5–7 minutes until crisp and golden Remove and let cool.

Prepare dips:

Spoon the hummus roasted red pepper hummus and baba ganoush into separate small bowls Swirl the tops and drizzle with olive oil sprinkle zaatar over the classic hummus if desired.

Arrange board:

On a large serving board arrange the bowls of dips Artfully place the pita stars around them.

Add vegetables and cheese:

Fill in the board with cherry tomatoes cucumber slices olives artichoke hearts roasted red peppers feta cubes and pomegranate seeds.

Garnish:

Garnish with chopped parsley and add lemon wedges for squeezing.

Serve:

Serve immediately encouraging guests to dip and assemble their own bites.

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This dish often sparks joyful conversations as everyone customizes their bites just the way they like.

Notes

For a vegan platter omit feta or use a plant-based alternative Pairs well with crisp white wine or sparkling water with mint.

Required Tools

Star-shaped cookie cutter Baking tray Mixing bowls Serving board Knife

Allergen Information

Contains gluten (pita bread) sesame (hummus baba ganoush) and dairy (feta) May contain traces of nuts (check dip ingredients) Double-check all labels for hidden allergens if needed.

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This Three Kings Star Pita Board is a fun and flavorful way to celebrate while sharing a taste of tradition.

Recipe Questions

→ How do I shape the pita into stars?

Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to press star shapes from round pita breads before baking.

→ Can I make the platter vegan-friendly?

Yes, simply replace feta with a plant-based cheese or omit it entirely.

→ What dips pair best with the pita stars?

Classic hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, and baba ganoush provide a delicious variety of flavors to accompany the pita.

→ How should I serve the dips and toppings?

Arrange the dips in small bowls on a large board and artfully place pita stars and vegetables around them for an inviting presentation.

→ Are there any allergen considerations?

This platter contains gluten, sesame, and dairy; check all ingredients especially for traces of nuts if needed.